ABB 3AXD50000050413 ACS880-17 Regenerative Drive - IP54
Part Number: 3AXD50000050413
Quick Summary
ACS880-17 regenerative drive is a compact solution for regenerative braking in cranes, elevators, and test benches. For engineers managing energy waste, this drive returns braking energy to the supply network, reducing heat and cooling loads in the plant. The solution emphasizes protection and reliability with IP54-rated enclosures and a design that minimizes electrical disturbances on the broader system. ABB’s architecture supports standardized configurations while enabling Order-Based Engineering for customer-specific requirements. This combination helps projects achieve energy efficiency, predictable performance, and smooth integration with existing motors and control architectures, supporting ongoing maintenance and long-term total cost of ownership reductions.
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Extended Description
3AXD50000050413 ABB: The ACS880-17 regenerative drives are a compact and complete regenerative drive solution, with every-thing you need for regenerative operation in cyclic or continuous braking applications. Such applications include cranes, elevators, centrifuges, downhill conveyers and test benches.=20
With regenerative functionality, the braking energy of the motor is returned to the drive and distributed to the supply network so that it can be utilized by other equipment.=20
Compared to mechanical or resistor braking, where braking energy is wasted as heat, regenerative drive operation offers significant energy consumption and cooling savings.
The ACS880-17 regenerative drives achieve a unity power factor and ultra-low harmonic content, indicating that electrical energy is being used efficiently and the drive.=20
The ACS880-17 comes with wide variety of standardized configurations for different application requirements, from line contactors, to preventing unexpected motor starts. If the application requires more, ABB=E2=80=99s Order-Based Engineering services can add special features to the standard product, such as an additional cabinet for customer-specific devices. The robust design and enclosures up to IP54 make the ACS880-17 suitable for even very harsh environments.
Feature: Regenerative braking capability. Benefit: Energy recovered from braking reduces overall energy consumption and cooling needs, delivering measurable cost savings in heavy-load applications such as cranes and downhill conveyors. Application: Use in cyclic braking scenarios to improve plant efficiency and reduce energy costs over time. Feature: Unity power factor and ultra-low harmonic content. Benefit: Clean power delivery supports grid compliance and minimizes equipment stress, enabling easier integration with upstream power infrastructure. Application: Suitable for multi-drive installations in manufacturing floors where power quality impacts other sensitive equipment. Feature: Wide standardized configurations with Order-Based Engineering options. Benefit: Fast deployment and customization without long lead times, while preserving safety and reliability. Application: For customers needing line-contactor assemblies or motor-start safeguards integrated into the drive cabinet. Feature: IP54 enclosure for harsh environments. Benefit: Robust protection against dust and water ingress, reducing maintenance frequency and downtime. Application: Outdoor or dusty indoor environments such as material handling yards and industrial facilities. Feature: Compatibility with ABB ecosystem and control interfaces. Benefit: Simplified integration with existing automation architectures and motor fleets, with proven collaboration between drives and ABB’s engineering services. Application: Streamlined projects requiring reliable interoperability and straightforward commissioning.
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FAQs
Installation should account for the IP54 enclosure rating by ensuring proper cabinet sealing, adequate ventilation, and clean, filtered air intake to prevent dust ingress. Plan cable routing to minimize vibration and EMI, and mount the drive on a stable base with sufficient clearance for maintenance and cooling. Consider ABB’s recommended line contactors and safety interlocks to reliably start and stop the motor.
Regenerative braking converts motor energy back into the DC bus and, with a unity power factor, feeds it back to the supply network. This reduces heat generation in resistive braking paths and lowers cooling requirements. In high-cycle applications like cranes or downhill conveyors, energy recovery can translate to meaningful reductions in energy consumption and operating costs over the life of the system.
Yes. The drive supports standardized configurations and can be integrated with existing ABB or compatible control architectures. ABB’s Order-Based Engineering services can add customer-specific features or cabinets, and compatibility with line contactors and motor-start safeguards helps ensure a smooth upgrade path with minimal downtime.
The ACS880-17 features an IP54 enclosure for harsh environments, helping meet protection and reliability requirements. ABB also offers Order-Based Engineering to tailor solutions to customer certification needs and application-specific safety features, supporting regulatory compliance across industrial installations.
ROI depends on braking energy use and cooling cost reductions. Regenerative energy recovery lowers utility bills, and the robust IP54 enclosure reduces maintenance frequency in dirty or outdoor settings. With fewer resistive braking losses and streamlined commissioning, total cost of ownership improves, while ABB’s engineering services help ensure a durable, long-life installation.